Contact Us
Call a Librarian: 512-974-7400
Quick answers, library services, help with finding materials, eBooks, and for research, Book a Librarian.
Monday - Thursday 9 AM to 8 PM
Friday 9 AM to 5 PM
Saturday 10 AM to 5 PM
Sunday 12 PM to 5 PM
Call Customer Service: 512-974-7475
For Library Card questions and assistance.
Monday - Thursday 9 AM to 8 PM
Friday 9 AM to 5 PM
Saturday - Sunday 10 AM to 5 PM
Email us
Use the Ask Us email form to submit your question or email us at ask@austin.tx.libanswers.com.
Addresses
Addresses link
Mailing: Austin Public Library PO Box 2287 Austin TX 78768-2287
Administrative Office: Central Library, Austin Public Library 710 W Cesar Chavez St. Austin TX 78701
Shipping: 635 N Pleasant Valley Rd. Austin, TX 78702
For other addresses see Hours and Locations.
Book a Librarian
Book a Librarian link
Reserve a free 30-minute session with a librarian. We’re available by phone, email, and in person.
Community Outreach & Social Services
Community Outreach & Social Services link
Need assistance with health/medical resources, housing support, employment, basic needs, legal assistance or transportation?
Email APL's Community Navigation Team at APL.CommunityNav@austintexas.gov
More Information about Social Services
Other Telephone Numbers
Other Telephone Numbers link
Information and Reference
512-974-7400
Hours and Locations Recording
512-974-7301
See location hours and phone numbers
APL Shop
512-974-9676
Austin History Center
512-974-7480
Passport Offices
Central Library Passport Office 512-974-9639
Recycled Reads Passport Office 512-974-7469
Ruiz Reads Branch Passport Office 512-974-7526
Spicewood Springs Branch Passport Office 512-974-7548
Innovation Lab
512-974-7442
Lib.InnovationLab@austintexas.gov
Recycled Reads Library Used Bookstore
512-974-7460
Text a Librarian
512-337-4893
Partnerships and Collaborations
Partnerships and Collaborations link
For Partnerships & Collaboration Requests
Please fill out this form for collaboration requests.